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Stager necessities

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My must-have basics for staging and storage
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Black Friday cyber Monday deals are starting now! Check back daily to see what new deals are dropping. I love to shop target for my art, bedding basics, decor, pillows, and realtor gifts. I searched for Magnolia, McGee and Co, and Threshold for my f...
Target BFCM deals!
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Run! These are on sale for Black Friday cyber Monday. These don’t usually get discounted! This is probably one of my top used items. I store decor in these by theme. For example: use one for a kitchen decor, use another for bathroom decor, use ano...
HDX 27 Gal. Tough Storage Tote in Black and Yellow 999-27G-HDX

Must haves

 
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My absolute favorite accessory for staging! I load it up with paper towels, windex, hardware, tools, magic erasers, my steamer, you name it! It helps me keep all my necessities in one place.
BOGG BAG
 
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I love their entire line
Vintage Cola
 
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Great battery life and an absolute must for keeping motivation going!
Beats Pill Wireless Bluetooth Speaker - Champagne Gold
 
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I always run low on water and need to remember to bring this!
Owala 24oz FreeSip Stainless Steel Water Bottle - Misty Meadow
 
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I swear I never have enough!
EcoSmart 60-Watt Equivalent A19 Dimmable LED Light Bulb with Selectable Color Temperature (4-Pack) 14A19060W6CCT01
 
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Must have for Home Depot paint
BEHR 2 in. x 9 in. x 3 in. 1606-Color Fan Deck 50010965
 
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Must have
Benjamin Moore Preview Color Fan Deck
 
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Try heading to a Sherwin Williams for a discounted one if possible (if you do enough volume with them)
Sherwin Williams Deck Complete Paint Colors
 
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Always have these on hand!
Rejuvenate Wood Furniture and Floor Repair Markers RJ6WM6CT

Storage & Organization

 
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The BEST storage bags for linens. The dual handles help with transport and with grabbing from high shelves.
HOMESURE 8 Pack Large Strong Moving Bags w/ Zippers & Handles
 
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A must-have to keep your art protected
Art Corner Protector
 
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Keep your mattresses clean in storage
Mattress Bags
 
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Another one to keep handy
Scotch 1.88 in. x 54.6 yds. Heavy Duty Shipping Packaging Tape with Dispenser 3850-RD-DC
 
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We use this for labeling-easy to find
3M ScotchBlue 1.88 In. x 60 Yds. Original Multi-Surface Painter's Tape 2090-48CP
 
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This will be used more than anything else!
Unbranded Retractable Utility Knife 99735
 
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These are my new favorite storage bags for Euro Pillows and comforters. They fit a set of two pillows perfectly. I also just fit a queen comforter, quilt, sheets and bedsheet set.
Mainstays Heavy Duty Slim Storage and Moving Bag, Clear, 24 Gallon
 
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Run! These are on sale for Black Friday cyber Monday. These don’t usually get discounted! This is probably one of my top used items. I store decor in these by theme. For example: use one for a kitchen decor, use another for bathroom decor, use ano...
HDX 27 Gal. Tough Storage Tote in Black and Yellow 999-27G-HDX

Tools

 
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I feel like i need 3 sets of these! I am always looking for these on stage days.
Hex Keys
 
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not too heavy but not too light, the perfect size
Hammers
 
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I like this set because it includes several different sizes in an organized container. I keep it in my Bogg Bag for every stage.
Picture & Mirror Hanging
 
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Always bring a level, dont risk eyeballing it!
Levels
 
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I keep several large ones that I can cut to size. I use scraps for smaller rugs.
Rug Pads
 
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Always need!
Fiskars 8 Inch Original, Orange Handled Scissors for Adults
 
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Invest in a heavy duty one
Tape Measures
 
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Buy multiple of these! I recommend a brown (if it could be seen on a floor) or white (if it needs to follow a trim line)
HDX 12 ft. 16/2 Light Duty Indoor Multi-Outlet Extension Cord, Brown HW16212HDBR
 
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I need these ALL the time
ELEGRP 15Amp 125-Volt 2-Prong to 3-Prong Single Outlet Grounding Adapter Plug, Gray (10-Pack) 5501-GR10
 
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For Picture hanging
OOK 110 ft. 25 lb. Galvanized Steel Wire 50131
 
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I always seem to run out of these!
Everbilt Zinc-Plated Wire Nail and Brad Assortment (276-Pack) 803534
 
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This pencil marker is a good staple for your tool box. I hang so many pictures and this one makes it easy to find the marks I make (half the time I was making a mark with a nail tip but would lose it when I went to find it).
TRACER Deep Pencil Marker and Lead Marking Kit AMK1
 
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This one is the best!
Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Compact 2-Piece Combo Kit 1.5 Ah (Driver-Drill/Impact Driver) CT225SYX
 
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Use for florals, picture hanging, etc
Commercial Electric 7 in. Diagonal Wire Cutting Pliers 91356
 
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Must have! I like the ratcheting feature
Milwaukee 14-in-1 Ratcheting Multi-Bit Screwdriver and 8-in-1 Compact Multi-Bit Screwdriver (2-Pack) 48-22-2906

Cleaning

 
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We love the Conair hand held steamer. It heats up quickly and outputs a lot of steam on the turbo setting. It does tend to run out of water quickly but we usually are able to steam a queen duvet and pillows with one fill.
Best Garment Steamers
 
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Great for any accidental scuffs on walls, but we also use Magic Eraser for lint removal. Dampen the sponge and lightly rub the fabric in a circular motion, and you'll be quickly be lint-free.
Mr. Clean Magic Eraser Sponge, All Purpose Cleaner, Original
 
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If there is any light cleaning I need to do I love to use something that doesn’t smell too much like chemicals. The grapefruit scent is great!
All-Purpose Cleaner, Pink Grapefruit, 28 fl oz
 
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Keep these stocked
HDX Lint Roller (90-Sheets) 8090
 
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I like how thick these ones are
Viva Cloth Paper Towel Roll (156-Sheets Per Roll 6-Rolls Per Pack) (3-Pack) 53353
 
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Must have for picture smudges
Windex 23 fl. oz. Original Glass Cleaner 313042
 
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Keep your arches supported while keeping your clients home clean
Search Results for Shoe covers at The Home Depot
 
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Always make sure you have NON scented bags and you pack out any trash
HDX 13 Gal. FLEX White Drawstring Kitchen Trash Bags (150 Count) HDX716866
 
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As a stager, it is not your job to clean someone’s house! But sometimes it can get messy unpacking, walking through in winter or rain, etc. this spin mop is my absolute favorite for quick clean up. I have one in my own house and my mom and sister li...
Bissell SpinWave PET Hard Floor Spin Mop Model 20399
 
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Friendly reminder, you are not a maid! However this cordless Dyson is my favorite for quick clean up from unpacking everything. Look for Black Friday Deals on this one.
Dyson V11 Extra Cordless Vacuum Cleaner | Iron | New
 
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Again, we are not maids but we do clean up any messes we make! I like this cheaper alternative to the Dyson. I tend to go for pet vacuums because I feel like they get more stuff, maybe that’s just me?
BISSELL PowerClean FurFinder 200W Self-Standing Cordless Stick Vacuum, Carpet, Area Rugs, Hard Floor, Upholstery, Strong Suction, Removeable Battery, LED Headlights, Up to 40 minute run time, 4031